Makes biodegradable plant pots from newspaper! Makes biodegradable plant pots from newspaper. PotMaker makes plant pots from strips of old newspaper - ideal for starting young plants, seedlings or cuttings. PotMaker is easy to use - with just a twist of the wrist anyone can make pots, even a child. Helps recycle newspaper and lessens the need for plastics used to make plastic garden pots. PotMaker design and trademark registered Otto Richter and Sons Ltd.PotMaker design and trademark registered Otto Richter and Sons Limited.